Mexican Style Sweet Corn from Mexico
Mexican style sweet corn is sweet corn flavored with chili, lime, and cotija cheese, preserved in pouches. Despite the added flavorings, sweet corn remains the principal ingredient, and the product is a vegetable preparation not preserved by vinegar, so it is classified under this tariff item.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
10.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the cheese or other animal products do not exceed 20% by weight, which would move the product to Chapter 16
• Verify the product is not a prepared meal or dish that could fall under Chapter 21
• Provide ingredient percentages to CBSA for classification